Option NV (STU:OIN) EV-to-FCF: -11.97 (As of Jul. 17, 2026)

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STU:OIN Option NV STU:OIN
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Price €5.14
GF Value €7.20
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Option NV EV-to-FCF?

Option NV STU:OIN +4.47% 45 EV-to-FCF is -11.97 as of Jul. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:OIN with a GF Score™ of 45/100 and a GF Value™ of €7.20 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,330 Hardware companies, Option NV ranks worse than 75187.89% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Option NV's Enterprise Value is €15.96 Mil. Option NV's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €-1.33 Mil. Therefore, Option NV's EV-to-FCF for today is -11.97.

The historical rank and industry rank for Option NV's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

STU:OIN' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -52.9   Med: -19.78   Max: 168.87
Current: -12.39

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Option NV was 168.87. The lowest was -52.90. And the median was -19.78.

STU:OIN's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1330 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.52 vs STU:OIN: -12.39

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-17), Option NV's stock price is €5.14. Option NV's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.000. Therefore, Option NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is N/A.


Option NV  (STU:OIN) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Option NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.14/0.000
=N/A

Option NV's share price for today is €5.14.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Option NV's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.000.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Option NV EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Option NV EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Option NV's EV-to-FCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Option NV EV-to-FCF Chart

Option NV Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -45.49 -55.89 -18.78 -7.52 -19.13

Option NV Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -18.78 0.00 -7.52 0.00 -19.13

STU:OIN vs CSCO, CIEN, MSI: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Option NV's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Option NV EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Option NV's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Option NV's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Option NV EV-to-FCF Calculation

Option NV's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=15.962/-1.333
=-11.97

Option NV's current Enterprise Value is €15.96 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Option NV's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €-1.33 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of -11.97 mean?
Option NV (STU:OIN) has a EV-to-FCF of -11.97 as of Jul. 17, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Option NV and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Option NV ranks #999999 out of 1330 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is Option NV's EV-to-FCF too high?
Option NV's current EV-to-FCF is -11.97. Based on the distribution chart, Option NV ranks #999999 out of 1330 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Option NV has a GF Score™ of 45/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Option NV's EV-to-FCF compare to CSCO and CIEN?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Option NV ranks #999999 out of 1330 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Option NV in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.52. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 22.52, based on 1,330 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Option NV and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Option NV's current EV-to-FCF is -11.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Option NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Option NV (STU:OIN) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €7.20, compared to a current price of €5.14 — trading 28.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -11.97. Option NV's overall GF Score™ is 45/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Option NV (STU:OIN), the current EV-to-FCF is -11.97 as of Jul. 17, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Option NV (STU:OIN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Option NV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €5.14 is trading 28.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of €7.20. GuruFocus considers Option NV to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:OIN:

  • EV-to-FCF: -11.97
  • GF Value™: €7.20 vs. price of €5.14 (28.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:OIN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Option NV Business Description

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Address Geldenaaksebaan 329, Leuven, BEL, 3001
Option NV specializes in wireless IoT solutions enabling Machine to Machine (M2M) communication across multiple industries and applications. The company's offerings include CloudGate Gateways, Expansion cards, Metering Device, Sensors, etc. IT supports its CloudGate IoT platform with engineering consulting services that assist customers in the development and implementation of IoT products and solutions.
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